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Happy Saturday! Check out this new article in TheGrio

https://thegrio.com/2024/11/02/how-a-black-owned-radio-station-maintained-independence-for-50-years-when-other-media-went-corporate/

Thank you for making WDKX Rochester’s # 1 station !

How a Black-owned radio station maintained independence for 50 years when other media went corporate WDKX Radio in Rochester is a Black business that kept the vision of founder Andrew Langston. Andria Langston explains.

American rapper, singer, and actor Nelly turns 50 today! Nelly is best known for his debut album Country Grammar.

If your child faces a mental health crisis, the Brighter Days Pediatric Mental Health Urgent Care Center is here to help. If you missed the last Check Your Health episode on the new Center, tune in to the podcast at wdkx.com to hear Dr. Linda Alpert-Gillis and Jerard Johnson talk about this important service. Medicine Children's Hospital

https://wdkx.com/podcast/check-your-health-podcast-with-university-of-rochester-ep-22/

Tucka, King George, Pokey Bear, Lenny Williams, Melvia “Chick” Rodgers and West Love are bringing The Blues Is Alright Tour to Blue Cross Arena in Rochester on November 9th! Pull up with your +1 for a night of fatback drums and funky bass. Tickets are on sale now at Ticketmaster.com

Each & Every Friday Night with Selecta Preece. The Afro Vibes starting at 11:30pm.

Youth in Crisis Conference happening Tomorrow, get your FREE Tickets today! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ragvc-youth-in-crisis-conference-tickets-1013123308087.

Canadian rapper, singer, and actor Aubrey Drake Graham most known as Drake turns 38 today! Drake is most known for his unique blend of R&B & Hip-Hop.

If your child faces a mental health crisis, where should they go? Now that the UR Medicine Brighter Days Pediatric Mental Health Urgent Care is open for walk-in appointments, anyone up to age 18 can access urgent mental health care. On Check Your Health this Thursday at 10AM, Dr. Shaun Nelms, Dr. Linda Alpert-Gillis, and Jerard Johnson join us to discuss the new service. UR Medicine Learn more about the new center: https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/news/story/golisano-childrens-hospital-opens-new-pediatric-mental-health-urgent-care-center

Running October 24th through November 3rd at Blackfriars Theatre, POTUS [POH-tus] is a searingly funny Broadway farce that follows the women of the White House as they try desperately to protect the President from daily self-destruction. For tickets, call 454-1260 or visit Blackfriars.org.

“We all say that we would do anything to spend more time with our loved ones. (Mammograms) are one of those easy things that we can do to accomplish that.”

If you missed the last Check Your Health episode on breast cancer, tune in to the podcast at wdkx.com to hear Drs. Alissa Huston and Leah Rossett discuss the importance of screenings, where to find the travelin UR Medicine Mammo Van, and more. UR Medicine Wilmot Cancer Institute https://wdkx.com/podcast/check-your-health-podcast-with-university-of-rochester-ep-21/

This Saturday, Youth in Crisis Conference, reserve your spot today! Visit wdkx.com/events for more details.

Its about that time! Turn your radios up, open the wdkx app or just tell Alexa to play WDKX! It's with your host

Wyclef Jean is best known for being a musician, rapper, producer, and philanthropist. He first gained fame as a member of the hip-hop group The Fugees, which was known for its innovative blend of hip-hop, reggae, and R&B. The group achieved significant success in the 1990s with their critically acclaimed album "The Score," which included hits like "Killing Me Softly" and "Ready or Not." Wyclef is 55 today!

This we're reminding you to schedule your mammogram! On Check Your Health this Thursday at 10AM, we hear from Drs. Shaun Nelms, Alissa Huston, and Leah Rossett about mammograms, breast health, and more. Here's what to expect at your mammogram: https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/news/publications/health-matters/what-to-expect-at-a-mammogram-a-comprehensive-guide

Youth in Crisis Conference, reserve your spot today! Visit wdkx.com/events for more details.

Gateway Music Festival happening today October 14-18. Visit https://www.gatewaysmusicfestival.org/ for more details.

Did you know that your hair can say a lot about your health? Learn what your hair is telling you at the fourth annual Hair and Health Symposium Oct. 13. Go to commongroundhealth.org/hair24 for details.

American rapper Cardi B turns 32 today! Best known for her hit single “Bodak Yellow”. She is recognized as one of the most successful female artists in contemporary music.

Gateway Music Festival happening October 14-18. Visit https://www.gatewaysmusicfestival.org/ for more details.

Are you up to date on your seasonal vaccines? Tune in to Check Your Health this Thursday at 10 AM for a chat with Drs. Shaun Nelms & Brenda Tesini for answers to your questions on vaccines, where to get them, and more. Center for Community Health & Prevention, URMC More information on vaccines at https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/news/publications/health-matters/threes-a-crowdwhat-to-know-this-flu-covid-rsv-season